La Lanterna is a historic Italian restaurant established in 1977 in a landmark Federal-style townhouse in Greenwich Village, New York. It combines authentic Ligurian culinary traditions with a warm, family-run atmosphere maintained through three generations. The venue features four distinct dining rooms, including a glass-enclosed garden and the former jazz haunt Bar Next Door, preserving its vintage charm and deep community roots.

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Highlights

  • Located in a NYC Landmark building with rich historical significance including ties to early LGBTQ+ history and the Underground Railroad.
  • Family-operated for over 45 years, maintaining authentic Italian recipes and a welcoming, intimate ambiance.
  • Features multiple unique dining spaces including a fully glass-enclosed backyard garden and a former jazz bar, providing varied and atmospheric experiences.

Important Details

  • Reservations required

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